Three Generations of Experience - One Goal
KEEPING YOU FLYING
Since 1991, Skyworld Aviation in Midland, VA has provided trusted avionics and maintenance services to general aviation owners and operators. Family owned and operated for over 40 years, we bring together three generations of Gatewoods — and over 60 years of combined expertise with our friendly staff — to ensure your aircraft performs at its best.
GARMIN GFC™ 500/600
Smooth, Reliable, and Affordable -Garmin Autopilot Upgrades
Is your current autopilot drifting off or struggling to hold altitude? You’re not alone. Many operators are finding that repair costs for older systems rival the price of a new Garmin autopilot.The Garmin GFC™ 500 and 600 series deliver precision and stability with up to a 4-axis design — yaw, pitch/trim, Pitch and roll — providing the smoothest and most reliable flight control in its class.Recent installs have proven what we already knew:A customer with a legacy KAP 140 spent thousands on repairs, only to face more failures later.The Garmin solution costs about the same — but performs far better, with modern reliability and parts support.
At Skyworld, every install is performed by technicians averaging 20+ years of experience — no apprentices, no rework, just efficient, precise results from a Part 145 Repair Station you can trust.GNS 430/500
Don’t Wait for Your GNS430/530 to Fail — Upgrade Before Support Ends
Support for the Garmin GNS430/530 series is nearing its end, and operators relying on these legacy systems risk unexpected downtime and rising costs. The smarter move? Upgrade to the GTN 650Xi or 750Xi now — before pricing increases hit in December 2025.At Skyworld, we don’t just perform installations — we partner with you through the entire process:You’re part of the install — we’ll walk you through setup, register your warranty, and provide post-install training.Free Garmin training and demo flight to review your new system’s features.Full labor warranty — if something’s not right, we’ll make it right. And when you call us — we answer.
We have units and installation slots available now. Don’t wait until your legacy system fails and you’re AOG.
Maintenance You Can Count On — Annuals, ADs, and More
As cooler weather sets in, now’s the time to schedule your annual inspection or seasonal maintenance. Whether it’s an oil change, addressing ADs or Service Bulletins, or preparing for your next trip — our team has the experience to keep you safe and compliant.Cirrus Factory-Trained Technicians
Lycoming and Continental Factory Schools
Bonanza Society Certified Mechanics
We’ll keep your downtime minimal — and your confidence high — so you can get back to doing what you love most: flying.